When does the school and university year start in Georgia?
Start dates, holidays and vocational colleges.
Short answer
In Georgian schools the year usually starts in mid-September, most often on 15 September, with the exact date approved each year by the Ministry of Education. Universities usually start in September or early October, depending on the institution. School summer holidays run roughly from mid-June to mid-September.
Why
- The school calendar is approved by Georgia's Ministry of Education, Science and Youth.
- Universities set their own academic calendars within the law on higher education.
- Vocational colleges start depending on the programme, sometimes with several intakes a year.
Details
School winter holidays usually fall in late December and early January, taking Christmas on 7 January into account. Check this year's dates on the ministry's or your school's website.
Tip
Enrol early, as popular schools fill up over the summer.
What may differ
The ministry sets the exact start date each year, and private schools may differ.
Common misconception
What actually happens
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Sources
Information checked on October 3, 2026.
Georgian Schools: Grades, School Year and Interesting FactsRelated questions
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How do you get into a university or college in Georgia?
Graduates of Georgian schools enter university based on the Unified National Exams run by the National Assessment and Examinations Center.
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How many grades do Georgian schools have, and at what age do children start?
Georgian schools have 12 grades: primary from grade 1 to 6, basic from 7 to 9 and secondary from 10 to 12.